London Bridge exercise animated demonstration

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Beginner

target Target Muscle Groups

Primary: Upper Back accessibility Back
Shoulders Biceps Forearms

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Rope

Category

strength

Mechanic

compound

Cal/min

6.1

Force

push

London Bridge is a beginner multi-joint compound pushing exercise targeting the Upper Back in the Back region. Performed using rope, it falls under the strength category. Secondary muscles engaged include Shoulders and Biceps.

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1

Attach the rope to a high anchor point.

2

Stand facing away from the anchor point with your feet shoulder-width apart.

3

Grasp the rope with an overhand grip, palms facing down.

4

Lean forward slightly, keeping your back straight and core engaged.

5

Pull the rope towards your body, squeezing your shoulder blades together.

6

Pause for a moment at the peak of the movement, then slowly release the tension and return to the starting position.

7

Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

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